Common Questions about Penicillin V Potassium

Is penicillin V potassium the same as amoxicillin?

Both penicillin V potassium and amoxicillin are penicillin antibiotics. They are used to treat many of the same infections; however, there are some key differences between them, such as the types of bacteria they are effective against. Your doctor will choose the most appropriate antibiotic for your infection. 

Is penicillin V potassium a strong antibiotic?

Penicillin V potassium is used to treat mild to moderate infections caused by many different bacteria in various parts of the body, for example, treating suspected staphylococcal infections (mild infections of the skin and soft tissues) and mild to moderately severe pneumococcal infections of the respiratory tract. There may be other antibiotics that are more effective for severe infections. Your healthcare provider will choose the best antibiotic for you.

Is penicillin V potassium used to treat sexually transmitted infections?

Penicillin V potassium is not typically prescribed to treat sexually transmitted infections such as chlamydia and gonorrhea. Penicillin is used to treat syphilis, but higher doses and parenteral penicillin (injectable forms) are usually needed.

How long do you have to take penicillin V potassium for strep throat?

The usual duration of treatment with penicillin V potassium for streptococcal infections is 10 days. Your doctor will tell you how many days you should take the antibiotic. Follow these dosing instructions carefully.

Is penicillin excreted by the kidneys?

Penicillin V potassium is rapidly excreted through the kidneys in people with normal kidney function. However, excretion of the drug is delayed in infants and people with impaired kidney function.

What is the price of Penicillin V Potassium without insurance?

Without insurance, Penicillin V Potassium can be as high as $54.99, but with a free BuzzRx prescription discount coupon, you could pay as low as $11.24 for the most common version of this medication. Use the BuzzRx drug price look-up tool to find the lowest discounted price, and be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity for the most accurate pricing. While generics tend to have the best savings, you can also use your BuzzRx card and coupons to purchase brand-name versions. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescription drugs—whether you have insurance or not. 

What is the price of Penicillin V Potassium with insurance?

Ask your pharmacist or insurance provider for your copay price on Penicillin V Potassium—Copay amounts vary depending on the type of insurance plan you have and if there is a deductible to reach before prescription drug coverage begins.

You could save up to 80% on your prescription medication with a free BuzzRx discount coupon for Penicillin V Potassium. When using the BuzzRx lookup tool to find the price of your medicine, be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity to receive the most accurate discounted pricing. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescriptions—whether you have insurance or not.